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Posted on 3/21/13 at 12:35 pm to RATeamWannabe
Have they started selling them with the coating yet? Or are you talking about DIY or taking them to someone?
Posted on 3/21/13 at 12:48 pm to Yat27
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that they weigh so damned much
According to the website they are only 7.5 lbs.
Posted on 3/21/13 at 12:50 pm to brass2mouth
Thats a shite ton man. 15 pounds in just two plates, not counting mags, weapons, anything else is a lot.
Yat, I thought those plates I linked said they were coated, thats what I was referring to.
Yat, I thought those plates I linked said they were coated, thats what I was referring to.
Posted on 3/21/13 at 12:51 pm to Yat27
Line-X Protective Base Coat: All AR500 Armor Body Armor now ships with a Line-X Protective Base Coat which provides a level of spall and fragmentation mitigation properties and superior chemical, wear, water, and harsh condition resistance
Thats all I was talking about
Thats all I was talking about
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Posted on 3/21/13 at 12:53 pm to RATeamWannabe
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Thats a shite ton man. 15 pounds in just two plates, not counting mags, weapons, anything else is a lot.
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Posted on 3/21/13 at 12:55 pm to RATeamWannabe
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Yat, I thought those plates I linked said they were coated, thats what I was referring to.
Yeah they aren't too clear on it, the picture appears that they have a coating, but there's an option to add a coating for an extra $20. I'm assuming it doesn't come with anything.
Posted on 3/21/13 at 12:55 pm to brass2mouth
And still twice the weight of some of the composite ones on the market that are still more durable than the ceramic ones. Technology has come a long way, and you know military technology lags farrrrrrr behind everyone else.
Posted on 3/21/13 at 12:58 pm to RATeamWannabe
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And still twice the weight of some of the composite ones on the market that are still more durable than the ceramic ones. Technology has come a long way, and you know military technology lags farrrrrrr behind everyone else.
Oh yeah, just saying for me cutting the weight in half of what I wore is amazing. I would've killed for that 4 years ago.
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Did you watch their videos? Didn't appear to have much spalling or anything and they took multiple shots from close range with different calibers.
Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:00 pm to RATeamWannabe
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Line-X Protective Base Coat: All AR500 Armor Body Armor now ships with a Line-X Protective Base Coat which provides a level of spall and fragmentation mitigation properties and superior chemical, wear, water, and harsh condition resistance
That's exactly what I was asking...I didn't know they started shipping with the coating.
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I have been seriously looking at these...but they are over 20 pounds if you opt for side plates. The price is so good though!
Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:02 pm to Yat27
Those look like solid options for AR500. Here are the ones that are rated for pistols that I will be getting.
Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:03 pm to Yat27
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Yat27
Are you going to stack them with the kevlar lining as well or just the plate?
Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:04 pm to brass2mouth
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not compared to the ceramic ones that are military issue, which are close to 15lbs each.
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Were they really? Hell, they're making stand alone ceramics that weigh half as much...and you don't even want to know how much those ultra-light polyethylene plates weigh.
Like 3 pounds, but $$$$$.
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Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:07 pm to Yat27
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Were they really? Hell, they're making stand alone ceramics that weigh half as much...and you don't even want to know how much those ultra-light polyethylene plates weigh.
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Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:08 pm to RATeamWannabe
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RATeamWannabe
If you're just wanting something for pistols, why not go for the soft option?
Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:08 pm to brass2mouth
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Are you going to stack them with the kevlar lining as well or just the plate?
I'm not sure...think it's necessary? I was waiting until they resolved spalling issues. Honestly, part of me feels silly wanting to buy rifle plates.
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Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:10 pm to brass2mouth
That stuff is cheaper, no blunt trauma, and lighter than most soft options.
Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:11 pm to Yat27
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I'm not sure...think it's necessary? I was waiting until they resolved spalling issues. Honestly, part of me feels silly wanting to buy rifle plates.
I would. From my understanding the soft kevlar lining offers some additional protection as well as force absorption if you are hit. I dont think it would feel too good either way but I'm sure its worse without some level of soft padding.
Posted on 3/21/13 at 1:13 pm to brass2mouth
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